Dr. Zachary Elstad, M.D.
Dr. Zachary Elstad is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Naples, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Elstad has performed 77 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#69 in Florida) and 37 hip replacements, for a combined total of 114 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Elstad performs above average in knee (77 vs 49 avg), near average in hip (37 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Elstad's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (77 cases) and hip replacements (37 cases).
Naples is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Naples area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Elstad first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Elstad's 77 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Elstad Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Naples, FL 34109
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Elstad has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Elstad
How does Dr. Elstad's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Elstad has performed 114 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Elstad ranks #100 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Elstad perform?
Dr. Elstad's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (77 cases) and hip replacement (37 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Elstad in Naples?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Naples in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Florida surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Elstad represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Elstad's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 114 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Elstad perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Elstad's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (77 cases), hip replacement (37 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Elstad affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Elstad is affiliated with Physicians Regional Medical Center - Pine Ridge, Naples Community Hospital, Lee Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Elstad compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Naples?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Naples, Dr. Elstad ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Naples has 341 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Elstad practices?
Physicians Regional Medical Center - Pine Ridge (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Naples Community Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lee Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Naples, Florida
Dr. Elstad's 114 Medicare procedures are below the Naples average of 226. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Naples.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Henry Biggs | 341 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Howard Kapp | 325 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jon Dounchis | 308 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. James Guerra | 174 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Zehr | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Leon Mead | 156 | Hip, Knee |
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